Tuzla International Airport

LQTZ / TZL

Dubrave Gornje, BA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 14:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
14:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
4 kt
270°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LQTZ 041430Z 27004KT 230V310 CAVOK 16/04 Q1025

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF COR LQTZ 041100Z 0412/0512 06005KT 9999 SCT050 TX17/0413Z TN01/0505Z PROB40 TEMPO 0420/0507 25012KT 4000 SHRA FEW035TCU BKN045
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:58Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
20:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+6h
IFR 250° 12 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
Showers Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
QTZ
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
8,152 ft 148 ft ASP 96°
4.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LQTZ

7,738 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
47.8%
MVFR
19.1%
IFR
16%
LIFR
17.1%

Tuzla International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 47.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 33.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 4.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 17.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12.6% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 4.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 17.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.4%
NE
3.5%
E
16.5%
SE
13.7%
S
3.3%
SW
2.3%
W
23.7%
NW
15.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.4°C
Range: -16°C to 31°C
-16°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 12.6%

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.1 kt

Statistics computed from 7,738 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tuzla International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LQTZ
IATA Code: TZL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 784 ft MSL

Location

City: Dubrave Gornje
Country: BA
Latitude: 44.458698°
Longitude: 18.724800°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,152 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tuzla International Airport

Overview

Tuzla International Airport serves the northeastern region of Bosnia and Herzegovina, located in Dubrave Gornje at an elevation of 784 ft MSL. The medium-sized airport supports regional and commercial aviation operations, strategically positioned at coordinates 44.458698, 18.724800.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Tuzla International vary significantly, with VFR conditions present 45.3% of the time and instrument conditions (IFR/LIFR) occurring 36.6% of observations. Temperature ranges from -16°C to 31°C, with an average of 6.5°C, and prevailing westerly winds at 4.2 knots, occasionally reaching 19 knots.

Notable Features

The single runway 09/27 extends 8,152 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating medium to large aircraft. Winds are predominantly from the west (270°), with calm conditions 18.3% of the time, and an average crosswind of just 1.9 knots on the primary runway.

Approach Considerations

September through November offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions, with high visibility and stable weather patterns. Pilots should anticipate potential fog (13.2% of observations) and be prepared for instrument conditions, particularly during winter and early spring months.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.